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TENNESSEE CORRECTION ACADEMY
“Leading by Positive Example”
Training Course Catalog – FY2020 – 2021
The Tennessee Correction Academy is proud to provide the training opportunities listed in
this catalog. If you have any questions concerning any of our programs, contact your
facility Training Coordinator/Specialist or you may contact any of the following people for
further enrollment information.
Mia Montega – Records, In-Service & Specialty Training Programs
Mia.A.Montega@tn.gov - (931) 461-7687
Brenda Walker -- Records, Pre-Service Training Programs
Brenda.S.Walker@tn.gov – (931)-461-7681
Ted Koziol – Training Officer II
Ted.J.Koziol@tn.gov - (931) 461-7763
Kenyonna Parker – Training & Curriculum Director I
Kenyonna.L.Parker@tn.gov – (931) 461-7716
S. Machelle Lockett– Training & Curriculum Director I
SheilaLockett @tn.gov – (931) 461-7703
Denise Demo Egbert - Training & Curriculum Director II
Denise.Demo-Egbert@tn.gov - (931) 461-7689
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2MISSION
To operate safe and secure prisons and provide effective community supervision in order to
enhance public safety
VISION
To be recognized as the best correctional agency in the nation.
GUIDING PRINCIPLES
We …..
believe in and support the mission of our agency and our team.
will treat all people fairly.
will not purposely compromise public safety.
will stand behind our word.
will protect each other but not at the expense of compromising our integrity.
will always accomplish our mission.
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3The Tennessee Correction Academy is proud of the training opportunities we provide the
employees of the Tennessee Department of Correction. Our focus is to provide quality
regimented pre-service training programs and specialty programs aimed at staff
development, Supervisory and Management skills development and succession planning.
MISSION
To ensure state-of-the-art training to all employees whom we have the opportunity to serve.
VISION
The Tennessee Correction Academy, through a focus on professional service, will set the
example for excellence in the delivery of criminal justice training.
VALUES
Implementing a targeted training system
Operating in a quality facility
Making training a clear priority
OUR MOTTO
ONE MISSION: To operate safe and secure prisons and provide effective community
supervision in order to enhance public safety.
ONE MESSAGE: We will not compromise public safety.
ONE TEAM: We will carry out our mission and deliver our message as one team!
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4Pre-Service Training Dates .................................................................................................... 6
Specialty Training Dates ....................................................................................................... 7
Pre-Service Class Schedules and Course Descriptions ...................................................... 8
Specialty Class Schedules and Course Descriptions ....................................................... 40
Workshops............................................................................................................................. 56
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5Basic Correctional Officer Training - BCOT
CLASS NUMBER DATE
501 June 15 – July 17, 2020
502 July 27 – August 21, 2020
503 September 4 – September 25, 2020
Basic Probation/Parole Officer Training - BPOT
CLASS NUMBER DATE
501 August 3 – September 11, 2020
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6New Supervisor Training (NST)– Sept. 14-18; Nov. 9-13; Dec. 14-18
Instructor Development Course (IDC-T4T) – Sept. 21-25
Sanitation Officer Training (SAN) – Oct. 5
Firearms Instructor workshop (FI ws) – Oct. 6-7
Disciplinary Board training (DBT) – Oct. 19-21
Visitation Supervisor Training (VST) – Oct. 22
Training Design Team (TDT) – Nov. 16-17
Commanding Success Institute (CSI) (formerly, Sgts Academy) – Nov. 30-Dec. 11
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8BASIC CORRECTIONAL OFFICER TRAINING – WEEK 1 (conducted at facilities)
TENNESSEE DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTION
TENNESSEE CORRECTION ACADEMY
BASIC CORRECTIONAL OFFICER TRAINING PROGRAM
FY 2020 - 2021 Week # 1
4-week BCOT training
Training Module Hrs. Instructor Location
MONDAY = 8.0
Cultural Diversity 2
Introduction to Incident Command System 1
First Aid and CPR Certification 3
Basic Report Writing 2
Training Module Hrs. Instructor Location
TUESDAY = 8.0
Basic E-Tomis 2
Counseling Skills 1
Security Threat Group (STG) Identification 3
Hostage Survival 2
Training Module Hrs. Instructor Location
WEDNESDAY = 8.0
Social/Cultural Lifestyles of Inmates 2
Victim Awareness 1
Inmate Disciplinary Procedures 2
Report Writing -- Use of Force Form 2
Work Ethics 1
Training Module Hrs. Instructor Location
2
THURSDAY = 8.0
Shared Security
Legal and Professional Issues 2
Recognizing Disturbances 2
Sudden In-Custody Death Syndrome (SICDS) 2
Training Module Hrs. Instructor Location
Social Communication Skills 2
FRIDAY = 8.0
Verbal Self Defense 2
Rookie Syndrome 1.5
Job Shadowing 2.5
Total Hours: 40.0 Participants:
Complies with ACA Standards 4-4084
Note: Breaks are incorporated by utilizing the 50-minute Academic Hour.
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9BASIC CORRECTIONAL OFFICER TRAINING – WEEK 2 (conducted at facilities)
TENNESSEE DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTION
TENNESSEE CORRECTION ACADEMY
BASIC CORRECTIONAL OFFICER TRAINING PROGRAM
FY 2020 - 2021 Week # 2
4-week BCOT training
Time Block ID# Training Module Hrs. Instructor Location
MONDAY = 9.0
Firearms - Policy, Procedure and Safety 1.5
Firearms - Revolver 1.5
Firearms - Shotgun 1
Firearms - Practical 5
Training Module Hrs. Instructor Location
TUESDAY = 9.0
Range Familiarization 3.5
Firearms Skills 2.5
Firearms Pre-test Review 1.5
Firearms Test/Remedial (if necessary) 1.5
Training Module Hrs. Instructor Location
WEDNESDAY = 8.5
Firearms Non-Scored Practice 1
Firearms Qualification 2.5
Electronic Restraint Devices and Test 4
RACC Belt/Taser/Stun-Cuff Overview 1
Training Module Hrs. Instructor Location
Firearms Qualification (if needed) / Job Shadowing 4.5
THURSDAY = 9.5
Personal Searches 2
Cell/Area Searches 2
Crime Scene Protection 1
Training Module Hrs. Instructor Location
Visitation 2
FRIDAY = 4.0
Staff Teamwork 2
Total Hours: 40.0 Participants:
Complies with ACA Standards 4-4084
Note: Breaks are incorporated by utilizing the 50-minute Academic Hour
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10BASIC CORRECTIONAL OFFICER TRAINING – WEEK 3 (conducted at TCA)
TENNESSEE DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTION
TENNESSEE CORRECTION ACADEMY
BASIC CORRECTIONAL OFFICER TRAINING PROGRAM
FY 2020 - 2021 Week # 3
4-week BCOT training
Training Module Hrs. Instructor Location
Use of Force Policy, Law and Continuum 2
MONDAY = 8.0
Intro to Close Quarter Personal Defense Level 1 (CQPD-1) 2
CQPD-1 Stance/Strikes 4
Training Module Hrs. Instructor Location
TUESDAY = 9.0
CQPD-1 Defense against Punches, Chokes, Body Locks 6
CQPD-1 Basic Restraints 2
CQPD-1 review 1
WEDNESDAY = 10.0
Training Module Hrs. Instructor Location
CQPD-1 Escort Position & Rear Takedown with Cuffing 2
CQPD-1 Defense against Edged and Blunt Objects with cuffing 4
CQPD-1 Ground Defense 4
Training Module Hrs. Instructor Location
THURSDAY = 9.0
Cell Extraction 2
Therapeutic Restraints 2
Chemical Agents classroom training & Inert Drills 3
Chemical Agents Application & Decontamination 2
Training Module Hrs. Instructor Location
CQPD-1 review 2
FRIDAY = 4.0
CQPD-1 Skills test 2
Total Hours: 40.0 Participants:
Complies with ACA Standards 4-4084
Note: Breaks are incorporated by utilizing the 50-minute Academic Hour
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11BASIC CORRECTIONAL OFFICER TRAINING – WEEK 4 (conducted at TCA)
TENNESSEE DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTION
TENNESSEE CORRECTION ACADEMY
BASIC CORRECTIONAL OFFICER TRAINING PROGRAM
FY 2020 - 2021 Week # 4
4-week BCOT training
Training Module Hrs. Instructor Location
MONDAY = 8.0
Tier Management 2
Security Procedures: Population Count 1.5
Security Procedures: Control of Gates, Perimeters & Security 1.5
Transportation/Inmate Escort/Vehicle Searches 1.5
Security Procedures: Dining Room/Yard Supervision 1.5
Training Module Hrs. Instructor Location
TUESDAY = 9.0
Inmate Rules and Grievances 1.5
Volunteers - Their Impact 1.5
Conflict Resolution 2
Criminal Thinking 2
Logbook Entries 2
Training Module Hrs. Instructor Location
WEDNESDAY = 9.5
Photographs 1
Effective Courtroom Testimony 2
Interpersonal Communication 1.5
Inmate Religious Property 1.5
Segregation 2
Practicum 1.5
Training Module Hrs. Instructor Location
Final Exam Review 2
THURSDAY = 8.5
Final Exam 1.5
Practicums 4
Graduation Rehearsal and Course Wrap-up 1
Training Module Hrs. Instructor Location
Graduation Preparations 1
FRIDAY = 4.0
Course Evaluation/Administrative Meeting 2
Graduation 1
Total Hours: 40.0 Participants:
Complies with ACA Standards 4-4084
Note: Breaks are incorporated by utilizing the 50-minute Academic Hour
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12Cultural Diversity
Cultural issues are personal; they get to the heart of what you think about people, but rarely reveal. We may fear
that we will offend others if we voice our opinion or thoughts on racial, ethnic, gender, or other such issues. We
must be able and prepared to deal effectively with a wide variety of people; the key word here is effectively. The
purpose of this course is to explore ways to work with our cultural differences, not let them be stumbling blocks.
Introduction to Incident Command System
This lesson plan introduces TINCOM - Tennessee Incident Command for Corrections and provides participants with
a fundamental understanding of line level response to emergencies in an institutional setting.
First Aid/CPR
Correctional employees face the possibility of having to administer emergency first aid on a daily basis. The
purpose of this course is to provide them with the skills and knowledge to accomplish these life saving techniques.
Basic Report Writing
This lesson plan introduces the students to what constitutes a written report and why it is essential to be clear and
concise. They will be introduced to the role of written reports as used to effectively discipline inmates and defend
themselves in legal processes. These principles will be presented through lecture, discussion, and practicums. The
student will write two reports one of which will be a skills test.
Basic E-TOMIS
The participant will learn how to sign on to the E-TOMIS training environment. The instructor(s) will guide the
student through the step-by-step process of entering an incident and a disciplinary report onto E-TOMIS. If time
allows, a practice incident/disciplinary will also be entered. The student will then be required to demonstrate
proficiency by entering an incident and disciplinary report on TOMIS as a skills test.
Counseling Skills
All staff interacting on a regular basis with offenders have daily opportunities to encourage them to change their
thinking and subsequently their behavior. Cognitive-behavioral therapy is one of the techniques that can be used
as part of the effort to rehabilitate inmates. This type of technique is used in a variety of treatment programs and
other staff can support that effort if they are knowledgeable of how it works. Cognitive-behavioral therapies
combine cognitive and behavioral techniques to help offenders to identify and correct faulty thinking as it relates
to behavior.
Security Threat Groups (STG)
The American Correctional Association concluded years ago that street gangs were slowly becoming the prison
gangs of the future. Our prison population has undergone a dramatic change over the past 10 years with an
increasing number of inmates who are younger, more violent and have been identified as being members or
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13associates of organized groups. This has created cause for concern for the safety and security of our institutions.
Each of you must possess an awareness of the dangers and problems that are unique to the management and
control of these inmates. An important first step to effective management is simply the recognition and
identification of those inmates who fall into these categories. This course is designed to provide you with
information which will allow you to recognize inmates who may be potentially threatening to institutional security
and how TDOC attempts to manage the problem.
Hostage Survival
This course is designed not only to teach the cadet how to enhance their chances for survival in a hostage situation
but to educate them in some of the procedural responses involved in successfully resolving a hostage situation.
Social/Cultural Lifestyles of Inmates
This course will identify and examine the two social structures that exist in the prison setting; that of staff and that
of inmates. The staff structure is based on policies and procedures, while the inmate social structure is more
“informal” - based largely on feelings and values of the inmate population. The course will also cover both the
employee code and the inmate code. The interaction between these two generally opposing groups will be
addressed by some general rules that should be recognized and applied. This course will also provide a view of the
unique differences that occur when dealing with female inmates as well as some of the reasons for these
differences.
Victim Awareness
The trauma that victims experience when encountering their offender is immeasurable. This class will examine and
discuss the victim’s experience and how we as a department may be able to minimize the trauma of the victim
seeing their attacker again during parole hearings or other victim/offender program meetings. Professional,
nonjudgmental demeanor of institutional staff toward visitors will also be discussed.
Inmate Disciplinary Procedures
TDOC employees are sworn to faithfully discharge duties and to avoid ill treatment or abuse of inmates under their
charge. Each TDOC employee who has direct contact with inmates is required by policy #502.01 to enforce inmate
regulations. This course will enable trainees to successfully carry out this requirement.
Report Writing – Use of Force Form
This course introduces the students to the specifics of the TDOC Use of Force Incident form.
Work Ethics
This course is designed to look at what it takes to be an ethical employee. The course focuses on workplace values
such as coming to work on time, being punctual with regard to lunch breaks, abiding by rules and policies,
respecting co-workers, being productive and serving TDOC inmates in a positive manner.
Shared Security
Regardless of job classification, every correctional employee’s primary concern must be the safety and security of
the institution. Inmates can and will take advantage of non-security staff members to acquire items of benefit in
an escape attempt, obtain contraband, or just to be the recipient of “favors”. Non-security personnel do not
receive the degree of training on security issues that is provided correctional officers. Unfortunately, neither do
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14they have the daily reinforcement of the importance of security concerns. This class is designed to emphasize the
importance of security to all personnel, regardless of job classification.
Legal and Professional Issues
This is a lecture and activity-based course designed to familiarize the new correctional employee with
Constitutionally-protected inmate rights and the employee’s professional responsibility as it relates to
safeguarding those rights and professionalism. During the course, students will be given instruction on
procedures for avoiding behavior or appropriately responding to inmate litigation.
Recognizing Disturbances
A riot is one of the most devastating events that can occur in a correctional facility related to the destruction, the
potential for injury or death to both staff and inmates and the long-term trauma for those who may have been
held hostage. Correctional riots are a part of our history and unfortunately, they are potentially a part of our
future. It is vitally important, therefore, that everyone working in a correctional facility understand riots and
disturbances-what they are and how they can be prevented.
Sudden In-Custody Death Syndrome
Correctional Officers have a limited and largely inadequate set of tools to use to safely subdue violent aggressive
inmates, according to a recent analysis done by the National Law Enforcement Technology Center about in custody
deaths. The Center discovered evidence that unexplained in-custody deaths are caused, more often than is
generally known, by a little known phenomenon called positional asphyxia. Correctional Officers need to be aware
why these deaths occur and how to prevent them. Through lecture/discussion and video presentation, the
instructor will identify the factors found to cause positional asphyxia. Recommendations for assuring offender
safety and advisory guidelines for care of offenders will also be provided.
Social Communication Skills
This course highlights the value of Emotional Intelligence not only in the work environment but throughout
everyday interactions. A pre-test and post-test is conducted to assess students learning.
Verbal Self Defense
This course is based on concepts similar to Verbal Judo. Most confrontations with offenders are verbal and if
handled properly by the officer (or other staff) are not likely to escalate into a physical attack. The problem is that
we as correctional employees often let our ego, our biases, or personal feelings determine how we respond to a
situation. These types of responses are not only unprofessional; they are likely to result in making the situation
worse, even resulting in a physical attack. When we resort to these types of responses, it may be said (accurately)
that the results are “our own fault.” This course will provide the correctional employee with many valuable verbal
“do’s and “don’ts” during confrontations with inmates
Rookie Syndrome
This course will include Identifying and discussing common problems and mistakes a new correctional officer will
face. Solutions to problems and mistakes will be discussed in class as well as other sources for assistance the new
correctional officer may turn to.
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15Firearms Policy and Procedure
This course of instruction is designed to acquaint you with policies and procedures regarding use of deadly force,
criteria for firearms qualification, and personnel authorized to carry firearms. Safety rules for the proper handling
of firearms and inspection of ammunition will be discussed to provide for a safe environment during weapon
qualification.
Firearms – Revolver
Trainees will receive instruction on the nomenclature of the revolver, which will help enable the trainee to perform
adequate safety checks of the firearm. Fundamentals of effective marksmanship (breath control, sight alignment,
trigger squeeze, stance, and grip) will be thoroughly explained. The proper method for loading, firing, and
unloading as well as common malfunctions and methods of clearing these malfunctions will be covered. The
student will also be presented ballistics information on the ammunition issued to them as well as how to properly
clean the revolver. Techniques learned in the classroom will be applied on the range during the qualification
period.
Firearms – Shotgun
Trainees will receive instruction on the nomenclature of the 12 gauge pump action shotgun. The ability to identify
parts and their function will enable the trainee to perform adequate safety checks of the firearm. Fundamentals of
effective marksmanship (breath control, sight alignment, trigger squeeze, stance, and grip) as these apply to the
shotgun will be thoroughly explained. The proper method for loading, firing, and unloading the shotgun will be
covered to ensure that the trainee is well versed in all aspects of safe handling and operation of the weapon.
Trainees will be given the procedures they are to use when cleaning the shotgun. Techniques learned in the
classroom will be applied on the range during the qualification period.
Range Safety/Familiarization
Before a trainee is allowed to participate in live firing drills on the firing range it is vital that each trainee be given
ample opportunity to practice with each weapon in a safe environment until comfortable with each weapon. This
course is designed to allow trainees the opportunity to practice handling, loading, and unloading each of the
standard issue weapons fired on the range. Participants will practice loading and unloading .38 caliber revolvers,
and 12 gauge shotguns using inert ammunition.
Firearms Skills
This is a skills based course that follows classroom instruction and safety instructions on the revolver and shotgun.
The participant will demonstrate that they have an understanding of how the guns are loaded and fired while using
dummy or inert ammunition. This course is designed to allow the participants to become familiar with each
weapon prior to use with live ammunition.
Firearms Test
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16This is the written component of the firearms program utilized to test comprehension of material presented during
the classroom lecture and the skills portion on the revolver and shotgun. Seventy-five percent comprehension is
required to pass the test.
Firearms Non-Scored Practice and Firearms Qualification
Tennessee Department of Correction policy requires all Correctional Officers to qualify on the range, after a non-
scored live fire practice session, with the .38 caliber revolver and the 12 gauge shotgun. This course is designed to
evaluate the trainee’s ability to effectively fire each of these weapons. Each participant will be required to fire a
minimum score of 80%.
Electronic Restraint Devices
In this course of instruction, Correctional Officers are trained in the proper use of three electronic restraint devices
currently approved by TDOC. The Nova “Spirit”, the Nova XR-5000 and the Nova Electronic Stun Shield. The proper
use of electronic restrains will add a valuable tool to the correctional officer’s options for use of force.
Overview of Remotely Activated Custody Control (RACC) Belt/TASER/Stun Cuffs
This course is designed to provide participants with an overview of the Electronic Restraint Devices that are used
within our department, their basic components and how to apply them. NOTE: This is not a certification course.
Personal Searches
The overall safety and security of any correctional facility relies greatly upon the ability and the willingness of the
employee to perform a thorough, effective search. During this class, we will take an in-depth look into the body
search, the types of body searches, and the proper procedures and performance of these searches. Effective
searches are one of the primary defenses against escape and other breaches of institutional security. (Reference
Policy # 506.06)
Cell/Area Searches
The purpose of this course is to explain the need for searches as well as demonstrate proper procedures for
conducting them. This course will also discuss the procedures for cell inspections. The participants will then
demonstrate proficiency by performing a cell/area searches under supervision and noting the location of all
contraband discovered. Following the class, participants will be given the opportunity to search cells and areas
within the facility.
Crime Scene Protection
Participants will be given instruction on the importance to understand the protection, handling, chain-of-custody,
and securing of evidence practices according to policy.
Visitation
Visitation is a vital part of the rehabilitation process of incarcerated offenders. This course provides the
fundamental framework for visitation procedure. It provides an overview of processing and supervising offender
visitations.
Staff Teamwork
This course is designed to develop team building skills, assess and develop leadership ability and to train staff in
the principles of team decision making and problem solving. It is also a way to improve inter- cultural relations
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17awareness. The instructor will divide the class into teams. The instructor will then lead the teams through a series
of exercises or challenges that will require the team members to make informed decisions.
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18Use of Force Policy, Law and Continuum
This course teaches participants the constraints on the use of force under TDOC policy to aid in the decision
making process of determining the difference between anticipated and immediate use of force, when authorized
to implement the use of force, identifying the equipment authorized for use, and the considerations for the
applications of force, up to and including deadly force.
This course introduces participants to laws applicable to the use of force continuum with regard to balancing the
needs of officers with ethical concerns for the rights and well-being of offenders.
This course is designed to give participants an understanding of guidelines as to the degree of force appropriate in
a given situation ranging from officer presence up and to the use of deadly force
Introduction to Close Quarter Personal Defense Level 1 (CQPD-1) Defensive Tactics
During this class the participant will be instructed in the components of the Use of Force Continuum, areas of the
body vulnerable to blows, kicks and applied pressure. The class will also discuss the variables applicable to the use
of force and how to properly articulate the use of force in both written reports and interviews. Safety precautions
will also be covered to reduce the likelihood of injuries.
CQPD-1 Stance Strike
During this portion of the training, the students will demonstrate the interview stance and the bladed body
position, used to control the immediate space around them and to react to potential attacks. Students will also
demonstrate how to employ open hand strikes to control attackers and elbow strikes and kicking techniques to
drive an attacker away from them.
CQPD-1 Post to Hook
This class teaches the student how to defend themselves against sudden, unexpected attacks and drive their
attacker off balance in order to gain physical control over them. It also teaches how the student can keep an
attacker from closing into range to attack them and if required, to close with an offender and gain physical control
over them.
CQPD-1 Defense against Punches, Chokes and Body Locks, and Proper Falls
The class introduces the participant with techniques to escape from a rear chokehold, escape from body locks
from the front/behind with arms pinned next to the body and arms free. Techniques will also be taught in the
proper method to break your fall if thrown to the ground.
CQPD-1 Basic Restraints
This class consists of a lecture concerning TDOC Policy for applying restraints, both at correctional facilities and in a
community supervision setting, as well as hands on demonstration of how to apply handcuffs to compliant and
non-compliant offenders. Students will be taught how to apply the restraints individually and with an assisting
officer.
CQPD-1 Escort Position and Rear Takedown
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19This course covers the defensive tactic ability to retain a firearm when someone attempts to take possession from
a holster; has taken the weapon from the officer; or has a firearm in close proximity to an officer. The participants
are instructed in tactics for self-defense and reduce the opportunity of death or serious bodily injury for the officer
or other persons. This class teaches the student how to take control of an attacker and get them to the ground in
order to apply physical restraints. The class consists of several joint manipulation techniques and take downs.
CQPD-1 Defense Against Edged and Blunt Objects with Handcuffing
Through the use of lecture, demonstration and return demonstration, the participant will be trained to defend
themselves against blunt instruments and knife strikes along with follow-up handcuffing techniques.
CQPD-1 Ground Defense
This section of Defensive Tactics will include instruction and application of hand to hand grappling techniques
designed to assist the officer in defending themselves from a ground position.
Cell Extraction
This course is an overview of Cell Extractions, why they are done, a description of the team members and what
their duties are as well as what type of equipment is used. While mental health staff and medical staff are provided
with the skills necessary to minimize the use of mental health restraints and their subsequent implementation, it
will be the correctional staff who are the most likely to actually apply the devices.
Therapeutic Restraints Overview
This class identifies different types of mental health restraints approved by the department, the process by which
they can be ordered, how they are applied and documentation requirements. While mental health and medical
staff are provided with the skill necessary to minimize the use of mental health restraints, it is correctional officers
who will actually apply those devices once ordered by appropriate staff.
Chemical Agents
This course introduces the new correctional officer to the use and effects of aerosol chemical agent through
lecture and demonstration.
Chemical Agents – Inert Drills & Decontamination
This course expands on the use of chemical agents; it introduces the new correctional officer to the use and effects
of aerosol chemical agent through demonstration and practical application. They will receive either a level 1 or
level 2 exposure to live chemical agent in the exercise.
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20Tier Management
During this course the students will be given information and explanations regarding the purpose and
fundamental reasoning for the Tier Management system used by TDOC. This course is designed to help students
understand the rationale for this system and its importance in maintaining a secure environment for both staff and
inmates.
Security Procedures: Population Count
This course is designed to teach participants the rationale for, and procedures used in conducting Inmate
Population Counts, by examining the types, purposes, and principals involved. It will also examine common errors
in Population Counting, stressing proper techniques and attitudes as the best way to avoid them. Following the
classroom portion, participants will have an opportunity to observe counts being conducted and reported.
Security Procedures: Control of Gates, Perimeters and Security and Skills
During this course, the instructor will explain how all TDOC institutions shall maintain safe and secure perimeters
that are appropriate to their assigned security designation. The participant will be encouraged to participate
through discussion, study and related reading of policies. Following the class, participants will have an opportunity
to observe the operations of the gates and perimeters.
Transportation/Inmate Escort/Vehicle Searches
The proper procedures for the transportation and escort of inmates are an important function of any correctional
system. Of primary importance during the transportation of inmates is both officer and inmate safety that also
adequately protects the public. This course will concentrate on transportation rules and procedures and the
proper way to escort inmates in various situations. There will also be a component on the search of transport
vehicles.
Security Procedures: Dining Room/Yard Supervision and Skills
Any time you have inmates walking around outside of their housing units or gathered in one location, the potential
for serious security and safety problems exist. Contraband being “smuggled” from one location to another,
inmates being in unauthorized locations and/or loitering can lead to more serious issues such as assault, escapes,
etc. In this course we will discuss these issues and ways to properly supervise inmate movement and small crowd
gatherings. Following the class, participants will be given the opportunity to observe Dining Room and Yard
procedures.
Inmate Rules and Grievances
Participants will be given instruction regarding their responsibility in inmate grievance resolution. The purpose of
the course is to inform the participants in methods of dealing with grievances to better resolve the inmate issues
or differences at the lowest level possible. (Problem Solving, Written Communications, Timely Decision Making)
Volunteers: Their Impact
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21The purpose of this course is to acquaint employees with the volunteer program as it is set up in the Department
of Correction and its impact on recidivism. Through a lecture and discussion session this course will inform the
employee of the reason the department uses volunteers and the appropriate manner to process them in and out.
Conflict Resolution
Participants will receive instruction in problem-solving and proactive resolutions of conflict among staff members
by supervisors and managers. Participants will become familiar with the employee Disciplinary process and the
proper corrective actions to take in issuing disciplinary action.
Criminal Thinking
This course ensures Tennessee Department of Correction personnel receive the information necessary to
effectively identify the beliefs that fuel common thinking errors and strategies to counteract those tactics.
Effective Courtroom Testimony
Attending court hearings is one of the major job duties of a Probation Parole Officer (PPO). It is also one of the
times that all PPO’s must dress and conduct themselves in the utmost professional manner since their dress and
conduct is not only a reflection of themselves but also of the agency. Being prepared prior to court appearances
will definitely help PPO’s in meeting this job duty successfully. This course will provide information on appropriate
dress and conduct, being prepared and testifying that will enable any PPO to be a professional in court.
Interpersonal Communication
This course is designed to examine what it takes to communicate well in a correctional setting. This course helps
the participant understand the process by which people exchange information, feelings, and meaning through
verbal and non-verbal messages.
Inmate Religious Property
The course is designed to give participants an introduction into policy that regulates access to all religious
resources for all inmates.
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22BPOT - BASIC PROBATION/PAROLE OFFICER TRAINING
WEEK 1 SCHEDULE FY 20-21
Time Block Training Module Hrs. Instructor(s) Location
7:00 - 9:00 EBP Orientation 2.0
9:00 - 12:00 First Aid & CPR Certification 3.0
MON = 9.0
12:00 - 1:00 Lunch
1:00 - 4:00 CPR Skills 3.0
4:00 - 5:00 ACA Orientation 1.0
5:00 - 6:00 Dinner
Time Block Training Module Hrs. Instructor(s) Location
8:00 - 9:00 Rules of Supervision 1.0
9:00 - 12:00 Caseload Management 3.0
TUE = 8.0
12:00 - 1:00 Lunch
1:00 - 3:00 Liability 2.0
3:00 - 5:00 TN Constitutional Law 2.0
5:00 - 6:00 Dinner
Time Block Training Module Hrs. Instructor Location
8:00 - 12:00 Opening a Case 4.0
WED = 8.0
12:00 - 1:00 Lunch
1:00 - 2:00 Probation Poster Child 1.5
2:00 - 4:30 Social Communication Skills 2.5
5:00 - 6:00 Dinner
Time Block Training Module Hrs. Instructor Location
8:00 - 10:00 Communication, Professionalism, 2.0
Command Presence
THUR = 8.0
10:00 - 12:00 Investigative Reports 2.0
12:00 - 1:00 Lunch
1:00 - 3:00 Contact Notes / Contact Codes 2.0
3:00 - 5:00 Cultural Diversity 2.0
5:00 - 6:00 Dinner
Time Block Training Module Hrs. Instructor Location
6:00 - 8:00 Linen Exchange
FRI = 3.0
8:00 - 9:00 Email Essentials: Addressing and 1.0
Distributing Email
9:00 - 11:00 Victim Sensitivity 2.0
Breaks are incorporated by utilizing the 50-minute Academic Hour.
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WEEK 2 SCHEDULE FY 20-21
Time Block Training Module Hrs. Instructor(s) Location
8:00 - 9:00 Course Introduction 1.0
MON = 8.5
9:00 - 12:00 Pistol Familiarization Lab 3.0
12:00 - 1:00 Lunch
1:00 - 3:30 Pistol Familiarization Lab 2.5
3:30 - 5:30 Shooting Principles Lad 2.0
Time Block Training Module Hrs. Instructor(s) Location
8:00 - 12:00 Familiarization Practicum 4.0
TUE = 8.5
12:00 - 1:00 Lunch
1:00 - 2:00 Exam Review 1.0
2:00 - 3:00 Written Exam/Remedial (if necessary) 1.0
3:00 - 5:30 Weapons Maintenance 2.5
Time Block Training Module Hrs. Instructor Location
WED = 8.5
8:00 - 12:00 Live Fire Drills 4.0
12:00 - 1:00 Lunch
1:00 - 5:30 Stoppage Reduction Drills 4.5
5:00 - 6:00 Dinner
Time Block Training Module Hrs. Instructor Location
THUR = 8.5
8:00 - 12:00 Live Fire Drills 4.0
12:00 - 1:00 Lunch
1:00 - 3:30 Live Fire Drills 2.5
3:30 - 5:30 Qualification 2.0
Time Block Training Module Hrs. Instructor Location
FRI = 3.5
6:00 - 8:00 Linen Exchange
8:00 - 10:00 Qualification 2.0
10:00 - 11:30 Range Clean-up 1.5
Breaks are incorporated by utilizing the 50-minute Academic Hour.
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WEEK 3 SCHEDULE FY 20-21
Time Block Training Module Hrs. Instructor(s) Location
8:00 - 9:00 Introduction to Defensive Tactics 1.0
MON = 8.0
9:00 - 12:00 Defensive Tactics (Handcuffing) 3.0
12:00 - 1:00 Lunch
1:00 - 3:00 Defensive Tactics (Stance/Strikes) 2.0
3:30 - 5:00 Defensive Tactics (CQPD) 2.0
Time Block Training Module Hrs. Instructor(s) Location
8:00 - 12:00 Defensive Tactics (Chokes and Body Locks) 4.0
TUE = 8.0
12:00 - 1:00 Lunch
1:00 - 5:00 Defensive Tactics (Ground Defense) 4.0
Time Block Training Module Hrs. Instructor Location
8:00 - 10:00 Defensive Tactics (Blunt and Edged Weapons) 4.0
10:00 - 12:00 Defensive Tactics (Review)
WED = 8.0
11:00 - 1:00 Lunch 4.5
1:00 - 2:00 Defensive Tactics (Weapons Retention)
2:00 - 4:00 Defensive Tactics (Weapons Retention
Scenarios)
4:00 - 5:00 Defensive Tactics Review (Weapons Retention)
Time Block Training Module Hrs. Instructor Location
THUR = 8.0
8:00 - 11:00 Chemical Agents & Inert Drills 3.0
11:00 - 12:00 Child and Elderly Abuse 1.0
12:00 - 1:00 Lunch
1:00 - 5:00 Defensive Tactics (Asp) 4.0
Time Block Training Module Hrs. Instructor Location
6:00 - 8:00 Linen Exchange
FRI = 5.5
8:00 - 10:00 Criminal Thinking 2.0
10:00 - 11:00 Infectious Diseases 1.0
11:00 - 1:00 Hostage Survival 2.0
1:00 - 1:30 Photographs .5
Breaks are incorporated by utilizing the 50-minute Academic Hour.
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25BPOT - BASIC PROBATION/PAROLE OFFICER TRAINING
WEEK 4 SCHEDULE FY 20-21
Time Block Training Module Hrs. Instructor(s) Location
8:00 - 12:00 Risk Needs Assessment 4.0
MON = 8.5
12:00 - 1:00 Lunch
1:00 - 4:30 Risk Needs Assessment 3.5
4:30 - 5:30 Dinner
5:30 - 6:30 Interpersonal Communication 1.0
Time Block Training Module Hrs. Required For:
8:00 - 12:00 Risk Needs Assessment 4.0
TUE = 10.0
12:00 - 1:00 Lunch
1:00 - 4:30 Risk Needs Assessment 4.0
4:30 - 5:30 Dinner
5:30 - 7:30 Caseload Organization 2.0
Time Block Training Module Hrs. Instructor Location
WED = 8.0
8:00 - 12:00 Risk Needs Assessment 4.0
12:00 - 1:00 Lunch
1:00 - 5:00 Risk Needs Assessment 4.0
Time Block Training Module Hrs. Instructor Location
THUR = 8.0
8:00 - 12:00 Standards of Supervision 4.0
12:00 - 1:00 Lunch
1:00 - 5:00 Reentry Simulation 4.0
Time Block Training Module Hrs. Instructor Location
FRI = 3.5
6:00 - 8:00 Linen Exchange
8:00 - 9:00 Time Management 1.0
9:00 - 10:00 Rules of Supervision 1.0
10:00 - 11:30 Official Photographs 1.5
Breaks are incorporated by utilizing the 50-minute Academic Hour.
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26BPOT - BASIC PROBATION/PAROLE OFFICER TRAINING
WEEK 5 SCHEDULE FY 20-21
Time Block Training Module Hrs. Instructor(s) Location
MON = 8.0
8:00 - 12:00 Graduated Sanctions and Incentives 4.0
12:00 - 1:00 Lunch
1:00 - 3:00 Graduated Sanctions and Incentives 2.0
3:00 - 5:00 Verbal Self-Defense 2.0
Time Block Training Module Hrs. Instructor
8:00 - 12:00 Probation Revocation Process 4.0
12:00 - 1:00 Lunch
TUE = 9.0
1:00 - 3:00 Probation Revocation Process 2.0
3:00 - 5:00 Overview of Sex Offenders 2.0
5:00 - 6:00 Dinner
6:00 - 7:00 Courtroom Procedures 1.0
Time Block Training Module Hrs. Instructor Location
8:00 - 12:00 Parole Revocation Process 4.0
WED = 8.0
12:00 - 1:00 Lunch
1:00 - 5:00 Parole Revocation Process 4.0
Time Block Training Module Hrs. Instructor Location
8:00 - 12:00 Parole Revocation Process/Hearing Officer 4.0
THUR = 9.0
12:00 - 1:00 Lunch
1:00 - 5:00 Parole Revocation Process Exercise 4.0
5:00 - 6:00 Dinner
6:00 - 7:00 Improving Technical Writing 1.0
Time Block Training Module Hrs. Instructor Location
FRI = 3.5
6:00 - 8:00 Linen Exchange
8:00 - 10:00 Hostage Survival 2.0
10:00 - 11:30 Child and Elder Abuse 1.5
Breaks are incorporated by utilizing the 50-minute Academic Hour.
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27BPOT - BASIC PROBATION/PAROLE OFFICER TRAINING
WEEK 6 SCHEDULE FY 20-21
Time Block Training Module Hrs. Instructor(s) Location
MON = 8.0
8:00 - 12:00 Interstate Compact Services 4.0
12:00 - 1:00 Lunch
1:00 - 5:00 Basic e-TOMIS 4.0
Time Block Training Module Hrs. Required For:
8:00 - 12:00 Search Procedures 4.0
TUE = 10.0
12:00 - 1:00 Lunch
1:00 - 5:00 Search Procedures 4.0
5:00 - 6:00 Dinner
6:00 - 8:00 Effective Courtroom Testimony 2.0
Time Block Training Module Hrs. Instructor Location
8:00 - 9:00 Drug Testing Procedures 1.0
WED = 8.0
9:00 - 11:00 Street Drug Updates 2.0
11:00 - 12:00 NEVO 1.0
12:00 - 1:00 Lunch
1:00 - 5:00 Defensive Driving 4.0
Time Block Training Module Hrs. Instructor Location
THUR = 8.0
8:00 - 12:00 Fee Training 4.0
12:00 - 1:00 Lunch
1:00 - 4:00 Security Threat Groups (STGs) 3.0
4:00 - 5:00 Graduation Practice 1.0
Time Block Training Module Hrs. Instructor Location
FRI = 3.5
7:30 - 9:30 Wrap up/Evaluations/Graduation Preparation 2.0
9:30 - 10:00 Graduation .5
10:00 - 10:30 Commissioning .5
10:30 - 11:00 Weapon Loading Procedure .5
Breaks are incorporated by utilizing the 50-minute Academic Hour.
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28EBP Orientation
This course will provide an overview of what evidence-based practices are and provide examples of how they are being
utilized in corrections today.
First Aide
Correctional employees face the possibility of having to administer emergency first aid on a daily basis. The
purpose of this course is to provide them with the skills and knowledge to accomplish these life saving techniques.
This course covers First Aid topics and is designed to prepare participants to respond to emergency situations by
utilizing video and skill demonstrations as well as class discussion. The course will culminate with a post test and
participants who successfully complete all components will be issued an American Red Cross First Aid Certification
Card.
CPR Certification
This course is the Adult CPR component. This course is designed to prepare participants to respond to emergency
situations by utilizing video and skill demonstrations as well as class discussion. This course also includes
instruction on the AED device. The course will culminate with a post test and participants who successfully
complete all components will be issued an American Red Cross Adult CPR Certification Card
ACA Orientation
This class will provide officers with a brief overview of the history and importance of the American Correctional
Association.
Rules of Supervision
To comply with the Tennessee Department of Correction’s mission statement of providing effective community
supervision in order to enhance public safety, the sentencing courts in probation cases and the Parole Board in
parole cases impose a set of general conditions all offenders under supervision must abide by. During this class
the participant will review the procedural requirements regarding the rules of supervision and discuss the meaning
of the general rules.
Caseload Management
The goals of offender supervision are to minimize public risk, promote lawful behavior and assist with positive
rehabilitation efforts. Many policies and procedures governing all aspects of supervision and caseload
management of community supervision offenders exist to enable Probation Parole Officers the knowledge and
ability to meet these goals. This course will provide the knowledge and teach the correct procedures for caseload
management that are not taught in separate classes of the pre-service training.
Liability
During this course of instruction, we will discuss the State and federal laws and TDOC policies that govern the use
of state issued firearms.
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29Tennessee Law
The lesson is taught via a combination of lecture and discussion. The purpose of this lesson is to ensure staff
employed by the Tennessee Department of Correction becomes familiar with Tennessee Code Annotated (TCA)
chapters that pertain to community supervision. This lesson is best taught by using the traditional classroom
setting. The instructor should be well versed in this material in order to answer any specific questions relating to
TCA. During this block of instruction, a computerized slide show presentation will be used to enhance the delivery
of the information.
Constitutional Law
This course will discuss the United States Constitutional Foundations as it relates to law enforcement and
Corrections. The Bill of Rights will be discussed with particular attention to the 4 th, 5th, 6th, and 8th amendments.
Several Court cases in the development of Federal and State applications of law will be reviewed. The results of
not following the Constitution, federal and State Law along with TDOC Policy will be discussed. Finally, a survey of
some common laws, and the police powers of the Department are discussed to allow the student to gain some
connection between theory and how the TDOC and the State of Tennessee must conduct business in relation to
the Constitution.
Opening a Case
When an offender is placed under supervision it is the Probation Parole Officer’s responsibility to open a case file.
In this course we will cover the process of opening a case file including the required forms and documentation.
Probation Poster Child
This course will allow officers to hear an offender’s perspective of how they found themselves in a correctional setting,
and what characteristics and interactions from their officer helped them make a change in their life. This class will be
one-part APPA webinar, and one-part conversation debrief.
Social Communication Skills
This course focuses on introducing the cadet to the ability to vary speech style, take the perspective of others,
understand and appropriately use the rules for verbal and nonverbal communication, and use the structural
aspects of language (e.g., vocabulary, syntax, and phonology) to accomplish these goals.
Communication, Professionalism and Command Presence
This course is designed to examine what it takes to communicate well in a correctional setting. Good
communication is absolutely essential. We must be able to communicate with other staff and inmates as well as
the public in order to complete our mission. We will also discuss the role professionalism and being a good role
model plays in our day to day work. Last, but certainly not least, we will discuss the importance of maintaining a
“command presence”.
Investigative Reports
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30The first and foremost duty of probation parole officers is to protect the public. Investigative reports aid in the
sentencing, paroling, classification and supervision of offenders; therefore, they are an integral part of a probation
parole officer’s duties in protecting the public. This class will examine the different types of investigative reports,
the purposes of the reports and the procedures involved in investigating and preparing the reports.
Contact Notes/Contact Codes
Document, document, document! During this class participants will learn the guidelines for contact notes, learn
the different categories of contact notes and their purposes, and become familiar with the codes used to record
the contact notes.
Cultural Diversity
Cultural issues are personal; they get to the heart of what you think about people, but rarely reveal. We may fear
that we will offend others if we voice our opinion or thoughts on racial, ethnic, gender, or other such issues. We
must be able and prepared to deal effectively with a wide variety of people; the key word here is effectively. The
purpose of this course is to explore ways to work with our cultural differences, not let them be stumbling blocks.
Email Essentials: addressing and Distributing Email
This course covers the techniques for addressing and redistributing e-mails appropriately. Specifically, you will be
introduced to the best practices for deciding who to send e-mails to, and how to flag e-mails appropriately. The course
also covers proper etiquette for forwarding e-mails and using reply and reply all. Finally, the sensitivities of copying an e-
mail over someone's head are addressed.
Victim Sensitivity
Historically, Community Supervision practices have been offender – directed and have ignored or passively
responded to the concerns of crime victims. While offender supervision strategies are aimed at protecting the
public as a whole from further victimization; the interests of individual victims are often lost under the mass of
paperwork and growing caseloads of offenders. A victim would profit from understanding that offenders will be
held accountable for their actions either through payment of restitution or other supervisory conditions. While the
primary goal for community supervision agencies, sentencing courts and correctional facilities can and should
provide services to victims of crime.
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31Pistol Familiarization Lab
This course is designed to give each participant in-depth information concerning the design and construction of the
semi-automatic pistol as well as the components and safety mechanisms
Shooting Principles Lab
The primary objective for every shooter should be accuracy, consistency, speed and safety. These are the skills
that every shooter strives to perfect. In order to achieve this objective a shooter must know and practice the basic
fundamentals of shooting each time he or she pulls the trigger.
Live Fire Drills
This class provides the participant with information and practice regarding firing the weapon including the three
step draw stroke, alternative shooting platforms, shooting on the move, and engaging multiple targets.
Stoppage Reduction Drills
The participant will be given instructions in malfunctions that may interrupt the firing cycle and methods to safely
clear the weapon.
Qualification Practice
Participants will be given time to practice firing the weapon prior to attempting the official qualification course.
Qualification
Participants will fire a total of 50 rounds during this portion and must attain a score of 80% or more to continue in
the program.
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32Introduction to Defensive Tactics
During this class the participant will be instructed in the components of the Use of Force Continuum, areas of the
body vulnerable to blows, kicks and applied pressure. The class will also discuss the variables applicable to the use
of force and how to properly articulate the use of force in both written reports and interviews. Safety precautions
will also be covered to reduce the likelihood of injuries.
Defensive Tactics – (Handcuffing)
Through the use of lecture, demonstration and return demonstration, the participant will be trained in handcuffing
techniques, application, and policy constraints.
Defensive Tactics (Stance Strike)
During this portion of the training, the students will demonstrate the interview stance and the bladed body
position, used to control the immediate space around them and to react to potential attacks. Students will also
demonstrate how to employ open hand strikes to control attackers and elbow strikes and kicking techniques to
drive an attacker away from them.
Defensive Tactics (CQPD)
This class teaches the student how to defend themselves against sudden, unexpected attacks and drive their
attacker off balance in order to gain physical control over them. It also teaches how the student can keep an
attacker from closing into range to attack them and if required, to close with an offender and gain physical control
over them.
Defensive Tactics (Chokes and Body Locks)
The class introduces the participant with techniques to escape from a rear chokehold, escape from body locks
from the front/behind with arms pinned next to the body and arms free. Techniques will also be taught in the
proper method to break your fall if thrown to the ground.
Chemical Agents
This course introduces the new correctional officer to the use and effects of aerosol chemical agent through
lecture and demonstration.
Chemical Agents – Application & Decontamination
This course expands on the use of chemical agents; it introduces the new correctional officer to the use and effects
of aerosol chemical agent through demonstration and practical application. They will receive either a level 1 or
level 2 exposure to live chemical agent in the exercise.
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33Defensive Tactics (Ground Defense)
This section of Defensive Tactics will include instruction and application of hand to hand grappling techniques
designed to assist the officer in defending themselves from a ground position.
Defensive Tactics (Weapons Retention)
This course covers the defensive tactic ability to retain a firearm when someone attempts to take possession from
a holster; has taken the weapon from the officer; or has a firearm in close proximity to an officer. The participants
are instructed in tactics for self-defense and reduce the opportunity of death or serious bodily injury for the officer
or other persons.
Defensive Tactics – Defense Against Blunt Objects and Edged Weapons
Through the use of lecture, demonstration and return demonstration, the participant will be trained to defend
themselves against blunt instruments and knife strikes along with follow-up handcuffing techniques.
ASP Baton
Participants are provided training certifying them in defensive tactics using the ASP Baton. The baton tactics
include open and closed modes of use for defensive purposes.
Criminal Thinking
This course ensures Tennessee Department of Correction personnel receive the information necessary to
effectively identify the beliefs that fuel common thinking errors and strategies to counteract those tactics.
Infectious Diseases
This course introduces participants to the various blood borne and other pathogens that are contagious, including
HIV, Tuberculosis and Hepatitis. It covers the Exposure Control Plan and the use of Standard Precautions to
prevent the spread of infection.
Hostage Survival
This course is designed not only to teach the participant how to enhance their chances for survival in a hostage
situation but to educate them in some of the procedural responses involved in successfully resolving a hostage
situation.
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34Risk and Needs Assessment
This course is designed to give a dynamic look at the risks and needs of the offender population. The information
generated in this course will be used to determine an offender’s risk to reoffend and their criminogenic needs in
Prison and supervision level in Community Supervision.
Interpersonal Communication
This course is designed to examine what it takes to communicate well in a correctional setting. This course helps
the participant understand the process by which people exchange information, feelings, and meaning through
verbal and non-verbal messages.
Caseload Organization
This class will show Probation and Parole Officers how to utilize the Standards Due Report, and how to plan out the
month to effectively supervise their caseload.
Reentry Simulation
In this class the officers will role play to see the difficulties that offenders face when they are reentering the
community.
Time Management
Participants will receive instruction in how to manage time effectively for a more productive work environment.
Included is the importance of organization and prioritization of tasks/projects. (Timely Decision Making, Written
Communications, Process Management, Planning, Drive for Results)
Rules of Supervision
To comply with the Tennessee Department of Correction’s mission statement of providing effective community
supervision in order to enhance public safety, the sentencing courts in probation cases and the Parole Board in
parole cases impose a set of general conditions all offenders under supervision must abide by. During this class
the participant will review the procedural requirements regarding the rules of supervision and discuss the meaning
of the general rules.
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35Graduated Sanctions and Incentives
This class is designed so that the participants will learn how to impose swift, certain, and proportionate sanctions
for non-compliant behavior by an offender under Community Supervision in order to gain compliance without the
offender returning to custody. In addition the participants will learn how to award incentives for offender positive
behavior since it has been proven that people also respond well to positive reinforcement. Sanctions and
incentives are complementary to effecting behavior change. This behavior change is the goal.
Verbal Self Defense
This course is based on the concepts presented in Verbal Judo. Most confrontations with offenders are verbal and
if handled properly, by the officer (or other staff), are not likely to escalate into a physical attack. The problem is
that we as correctional employees often let our ego, our biases, or personal feelings determine how we respond to
a situation. These types of responses are not only unprofessional; they are likely to result in making the situation
worse, even resulting in a physical attack. When we resort to these types of responses, it may be said (accurately)
that the results are “our own fault.” This course will provide the correctional employee with many valuable verbal
“do’s and “don’ts” during confrontations with inmates
Probation Revocation Process
Probation Parole Officers are required to make a prompt and thorough investigation of the facts and
circumstances regarding any alleged probation violation. A careful decision then has to be made whether to
prepare and file a violation report in order to proceed to a revocation hearing. This course will allow all
participants to become familiar with the probation revocation process and all its procedures from investigating the
violation through the revocation hearing.
Overview of Sex Offenders
Whether you are a pre-sentence investigation writer, a Probation & Parole officer (PPO) or a Programmed
Supervision Unit (PSU) officer you will come into contact with sex offenders while working for Community
Supervision. This course is designed to give all participants a basic overview of which offenders are classified as
sex offenders and what supervision requirements are mandated for sex offenders.
Courtroom Procedures
Attending court hearings is one of the major job duties of a Probation Parole Officer (PPO). It is also one of the
times that all PPO’s must dress and conduct themselves in the utmost professional manner since their dress and
conduct is not only a reflection of themselves but also of the agency. Being prepared prior to court appearances
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